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Free things to do in London: Open House Festival! I love this festival and every year, I look forward to discovering something new. This year, the festival is on from 12th - 20th September and the full program is now available on the @opencity_uk website. For 2 weeks only, Open House sees many historical sites, many private open to the public. Best of all, it is free! Some buildings are only accessible via tours which you need to prebook. However, there are plenty of drop in options including: 📍 Lincoln’s Inn: the oldest inn in London and a professional association for barristers and lawyers. WC2A 3TL 📍 Guildhall: London’s town hall for over 800 years with many significant event occurring here including the site of Lady Jane Grey’s trial. EC2A 7HH 📍 Two Temple Place: A Neo- Gothic house by Victoria Embankment which was commissioned by William Waldorf Astor. WC2R 3BD 📍 Draper’s Hall: Built by the draper’s guild in 15th century and once owned by Thomas Cromwell. EC2N 2DQ ✨✨ Top tip: Use the interactive map on the Open House website to navigate this year’s program ✨✨ Happy exploring! —————— 📹 @lifechangediy #londonist #whatsonlondon #londonguide #hiddenlondon #londonisopen Free things to do in London • London travel guide • London tips • September in London • what’s on London

POV: This is the London most people never get to see… ✨ Most people think of London’s famous landmarks, but it’s the hidden cobbled lanes and tucked-away front doors that tell the real story. This quiet corner feels like stepping back in time. The rich burgundy door, aged brickwork and cobbled street create a timeless charm that’s easy to miss if you’re not looking for it. Would you stop and explore this hidden street? 👇 #FrontDoorLondon #HiddenLondon #LondonArchitecture #LondonStreets #LondonLife

Step into London’s hidden history. Behind me lie the ruins of Winchester Palace, but the real story belongs to the “Winchester Geese.” In medieval times, this was the local term for the women working in the unregulated brothels of Southwark. Though the Bishop of Winchester heavily taxed their trade to fund his own lavish lifestyle, these women were denied a proper Christian burial because of their profession. Instead, they were laid to rest in unconsecrated ground at Crossbones Graveyard. Centuries later, during construction works, archaeologists uncovered their remains including those of unborn children. A powerful reminder of the forgotten souls who shaped London’s past. #LondonHistory #HiddenLondon #WinchesterPalace #CrossbonesGraveyard

Have you discovered this hidden garden tucked away near Seven Dials? 🪴 Just moments from the bustle of Covent Garden, you’ll find The Phoenix Garden - a peaceful community oasis of wildflowers, wildlife and greenery. 📍 The Phoenix Garden, Stacey Street. #CoventGarden #SevenDials #HiddenLondon #PhoenixGarden Hidden Spots in Covent Garden | Phoenix Garden | Movie Locations in London

POV: You walked into London’s most haunted place…🕯️🪦⁣ ⁣ Hidden among the trees of North London, Highgate Cemetery feels like stepping into another world — winding paths, overgrown tombs, dramatic Gothic architecture and centuries of stories waiting to be discovered.⁣ ⁣ It’s the final resting place of some of Britain’s most notable figures, including Karl Marx, but honestly, the cemetery itself is the real attraction. Nature has slowly taken over the monuments, creating an atmosphere that feels almost magical.⁣ ⁣ If you’re looking for a side of London that’s mysterious, historic and completely different from the usual tourist spots, put Highgate Cemetery on your list.⁣ ⁣ 📍 Highgate Cemetery, London #londontravel #visitlondon #london4all #london🇬🇧 #hiddenlondon

London has layers most people never find. And honestly? We wouldn’t have it any other way. If you’re planning London and want to go beyond the obvious — DM us ‘LONDON’ and we’ll build you a trip worth talking about. #LondonTravel #HiddenLondon #LuxuryTravel #BespokeTavel #PurpleMiles [London travel, hidden gems London, luxury London trip, bespoke travel, London itinerary, travel agency London, things to do London, Explore page, Travel bookings, Viral]

7 things I never knew existed in London 😱👇 1. Glass Floor at @towerbridge – SE1 2UP 2. @batterseapwrstn Land Train – SW11 8DD 3. Mirror Moon at the Royal Observatory @royalmuseumsgreenwich – SE10 8XJ 4. @mercatometropolitano Mayfair – W1K 5AB 5. Chimney Lift at @batterseapwrstn – SW8 5BN 6. Crazy Golf @canarywharflondon – E14 5AB 7. Kempton Steam Museum @kemptonsteammuseum – TW13 6XH From a glass walkway high above the Thames to a hidden steam museum and even a land train, these are the kind of places that make London feel magical ✨ Perfect if you’re looking for: ✔️ Hidden gems in London ✔️ Things to do with kids in London ✔️ Family days out ✔️ Unique London attractions ✔️ Places to visit in London this summer Which one surprised you the most? 👀 💾 Save this for your next London adventure 📤 Share with someone who loves discovering new places Follow @london.fun.hub for more family-friendly days out, hidden gems and things to do in London ❤️ #LondonWithKids #HiddenLondon #ThingsToDoInLondon #LondonHiddenGems

London’s hidden gem has finally reopened! ✨🎨🖼️ Today marks the first day that Banqueting House has opened its doors to visitors after an exciting transformation – and it’s one of the most underrated historic spots in the capital ♥️ Step inside the last surviving part of the magnificent Palace of Whitehall and look up to discover Sir Peter Paul Rubens’ breathtaking ceiling masterpiece – the only surviving Rubens ceiling painting still displayed exactly where it was created nearly 400 years ago. Commissioned by Charles I, the nine monumental canvases celebrate the reign of James I and are packed with incredible symbolism, mythology and royal history. But this building has witnessed history too… it was here that Charles I walked beneath the very ceiling he commissioned before his execution outside in 1649. With a brand-new visitor experience and, for the first time ever, step-free access to the Great Hall, there’s never been a better time to visit this remarkable piece of London’s history. 📍 Banqueting House, Whitehall, London SW1A 2ER 🚇 Westminster Underground (5-minute walk) / Charing Cross (10-minute walk) 🎟️ Adults from £10, Concessions £8, Under 16s & Historic Royal Palaces members go free 📆 1 August – 20 September 2026 ⏳ Thursday–Monday 10:00am–4:00pm (last entry 3:00pm) 👗 @jjshouseofficial Antosia Sheath/Column Lace Dress (431559) and apply the code ani0707 10% off promo code *Pr gift* *PR Invite* @historicroyalpalaces Have you ever visited Banqueting House? 👀✨ #BanquetingHouse #HiddenLondon #VisitLondon #SecretLondon #LondonDaysOut

If you haven’t tried the River Bus yet, this is your sign. Open deck, bar on board, and the kind of views of london you don’t get from anywhere else See you on board 🙂‍↔️ #LondonGuide #thingstodoinlondon #uberboat #londonvlog #HiddenLondon

I can’t believe people come to London and still miss places like that! Part 19 This is one of these hidden gems Londoners can’t stop talking about and for good reasons! This neighbourhood has it all: Lovely coffee shops, amazing bakeries, gorgeous pedestrian streets and one of the best farmer markets in town. It’s also one of the most charming parts of London and yet, you won’t find it in any tourist maps! . Make sure to save it for your next visit! 📍Location below 👇All details on where to eat/brunch/coffee are also below!

If you’ve ever walked past the corner where Garrick Street meets St Martin’s Lane, you might have spotted this little piece of London history hiding in plain sight. Back in the day, directing traffic at this chaotic junction was a full-time job. With five streets meeting in one spot, point duty officers were out here in all weather. That small metal hook mounted on the wall, known as the Policeman’s Hook was put there specifically so officers could hang up their heavy coats while directing horses and early motorcars. London is full of these tiny details if you know where to look! #LondonHistory #HiddenLondon #LondonSecrets #LondonTaxiDriver #CabbieKaren

A £3 coffee with Tower Bridge right in front of you somehow makes life feel significantly better. London can be outrageously expensive, but every now and then it gives you a little win like this. Follow @the_freedom_traveler for more London spots, hidden gems and views that don’t require a luxury budget 🌍 . . . #TowerBridge #LondonCoffeeSpots #LondonViews #HiddenLondon #LondonOnABudget coffee with Tower Bridge view - affordable London coffee - best views in London - Tower Bridge coffee spot - cheap things to do in London - London hidden gems - London riverside spots - budget London ideas - pretty coffee spots London - London by Londoners